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North Lincolnshire Museum

Discover the history of North Lincolnshire at our free museum near the centre of Scunthorpe. A visit to the Museum is a step back in time through fascinating hands-on displays. Learn about some of North Lincolnshire’s amazing objects and stories. Explore the geology, local history and archaeology galleries. Discover how that history has been shaped by the landscape. Families can visit Dudley’s Den, a dedicated Under 5s space. With a changing programme of family friendly exhibitions and events for all ages. Families can join Dudley Bear and explore by taking part in fun filled activities and crafts. Learn about North Lincolnshire with trails, back packs and family explorer packs. Admission is free.

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Archaeology and History Club

North Lincolnshire Museum is inviting budding historians and archaeologists (aged 8-12 years old) to join our Archaeology and History Club. Children will explore the world of archaeology, learn new skills...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Monthly on the 2nd from 10:30 to 12:30

Home in Our Hearts

80 years of the Ukrainian community in North Lincolnshire. Discover the story of the Ukrainian community in North Lincolnshire, beginning after World War Two and continuing to the present day....

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Daily from 10:00 to 16:00

Lunchtime Lecture – How Not to Flee a War

How Not to Flee a War is a compelling, real-life narrative that blends suspense, exclusive on-the-ground visuals, and unfiltered honesty. Maria and Jez take audiences inside their chaotic journey out...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Once on 17/10/2026 from 13:00 to 15:00

Mini Music Makers

Explore sounds, instruments and voices through activities, games and songs! Join North Lincolnshire Music every Thursday during term time. 11- 11.45am ome on a musical adventure… a new theme every...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Weekly on Thursday from 11:00 to 11:45

Museum Makers

Aimed at adults with additional needs, Museum Makers is a group for those who want to get closer to history. Sessions involve handling objects, using crafts and art to interpret...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Weekly on Wednesday from 10:30 to 12:00

Museum Minis

Our popular free sessions for the under 5s. The popular Museum Minis sessions take place in Dudley’s Den, our dedicated Under 5s area. Take part in fun, hands-on activities designed...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Weekly on Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30
    • Weekly on Friday from 10:30 to 11:30

North Lincolnshire Museum

A visit to the Museum is a step back in time through fascinating hands-on displays. Learn about some of North Lincolnshire’s amazing objects and stories. Explore the geology, local history...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Weekly on Monday from 10:00 to 16:00
    • Weekly on Tuesday from 10:00 to 16:00
    • Weekly on Wednesday from 10:00 to 16:00
    • Weekly on Thursday from 10:00 to 16:00
    • Weekly on Friday from 10:00 to 16:00
    • Weekly on Saturday from 10:00 to 16:00
    • Weekly on Sunday from 13:00 to 16:00

Taming the Wild: An Engineer’s Perspective

An engineer’s-eye view of three centuries of drainage works on the Isle of Axholme, from Vermuyden’s original scheme through to later improvements by Smeaton and Rennie. To book your free...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Once on 12/01/2027 from 12:30 to 13:30

Up Our Road

An oral history and photography exhibition. Up Our Road celebrates and documents community champions with a story of migration and connection to Oswald and Frodingham Road. North Lincolnshire Museum sits...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Daily from 10:00 to 16:00

Watery place-names in Axholme: history, evolution and value

This presentation will focus on how Axholme’s place-names tell a story of change from fenland to managed farmland. Place-names preserve clues about former wetlands, islands, river channels, and areas of...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Once on 01/12/2026 from 12:00 to 13:30

Youth History Group

North Lincolnshire Museum is inviting 13-16 year olds with an interest in archaeology, history and Museums to join our Youth History Group. The group will explore the Museum’s collections, find...

  • North Lincolnshire Museum
    • Monthly on the Second Saturday from 13:30 to 15:30
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